The Airport was closed because of snow on the runway and expected snowfall later this afternoon.

Flights cancelled, included services to and from Gatwick, Southampton and Guernsey airports, which were all closed this morning.

All the schools were closed and Education say that a decision about Friday will be made in the morning.

The snow showers are expected to die out overnight and warmer weather is forecast for tomorrow and the weekend.

• Full report in Thursday’s JEP

• Pictures: David Ferguson and Matthew Hotton

• More snow pictures in our picture store: Click here